Forgiving God, by your grace and mercy you free us from shame. In hope we pray:   

God, our stronghold, hear our prayer.  

Strengthen the bonds of love between spouses and in families.  

God, our stronghold, hear our prayer. 

Heal those who are recovering from surgery or an accident.  

God, our stronghold, hear our prayer. 

Come to the aid of those who experience depression or grave disappointment.  

God, our stronghold, hear our prayer. 

Our Father . . .  

May God pour out the Holy Spirit upon us and lead us to everlasting life in Jesus, our brother. Amen